What
is it?
A fun recreational or competitive sport, which develops bat and ball skills
in a safe environment.
Safety
Message
Participants should receive instruction from a qualified ETTA coach before
handling Table Tennis tables. A suitable sectioned-off space is required,
as are suitable bats and 3 star balls.
Ideas/Aims
Through this programme you should play table tennis on a regular basis and:
• Learn/develop the four basic strokes:
(a) Backhand push
(b) Forehand drive
(c) Backhand drive
(d) Forehand push
• Understand and develop simple spins.
• Develop simple movement patterns.
• Develop simple rallies.
• Learn to score and play a game.
• Develop co-operation learning to score
and play doubles.
• Aim for an ETTA Skill Award, if appropriate.
Review/Assessment
The assessor should ensure the participant understands the rules of the game
and is able to demonstrate a range of shots. Progress should be reviewed against
targets set.
Governing
Body/Organisation
English Table Tennis Association, Queensbury House, Havelock Road, Hastings,
TN34 1HF
Tel: 01424 722525
web site: www.etta.co.uk
